Career Course for Everyday People

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Know Yourself, Be Yourself, Express Yourself

DESCRIPTION
Stuck in a job you hate? Not sure how to move into a better position? Or are you looking for more meaning in your work? This online career course is for you if you are underemployed, are thinking about a career change, or just want to upgrade your work life. In six weeks you will explore opportunities that fit your strengths, passions and practical needs. You will also map out possible career roadblocks and detours, and connect with others for your career journey.

Participants in this career course will reflect on their cultural identities and how they influence their career journeys. This course is open to adults of all identities, backgrounds and work histories.

REGISTRATION: https://bit.ly/KBE-Course-DeniseMpls

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PARTICIPATION
6-week commitment for online course plus activities in between classes. Participants in this career course will reflect on their cultural identities and how they influence their career journeys. This course is for adults with all types of work histories.

WORKSHOP FEE: $300 – **Spring offered at $150 introductory fee**
INSTRUCTOR: Denise Felder
COURSE SIZE: 4-10 participants
LOCATION: Online (Google Meet)

COURSE SUMMARY
Week 1: Your Career Journey
Week 2: Know Yourself
Week 3: Know the Work
Week 4: Be Yourself
Week 5: Express Yourself
Week 6: Your Next Move

WHAT YOU GET 

  • Updated Resume + Social Media Profiles
  • Personalized Job Search or Career Change Plan
  • Tips for Getting Inside Industry Information
  • Ideas for Building Relationships + Connections
  • Methods to Navigate Roadblocks 
  • Individualized Career Coaching

2024 WORKSHOP DATES
Spring Cohort – $150 introductory fee
Thursdays, March 7- April 18, 2024 
(No session March 28 or April 4)

  • March 7
  • March 14
  • March 21
  • March 28 – NO SESSION
  • April 4 – NO SESSION
  • April 11
  • April 18

Summer Cohort – $300 regular fee
Tuesdays, August 6 – September 17, 2024 
(No session September 3)

  • August 6
  • August 13
  • August 20
  • August 27
  • September 3 – NO SESSION
  • September 10
  • September 17

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

  • Quality Internet access
  • Access and ability to engage using Google Meet and related features
  • Ability to access and edit Google Workspace documents and MS Office files
  • Ability to view and listen to online videos (e.g. YouTube)
  • Able to read, speak and understand English (U.S.) 
  • Participation in group discussions and completion of class assignments

PAYMENT POLICY

  • Access to pay fee is sent after registering for the course:
    https://bit.ly/KBE-Course-DeniseMpls 
  • Payment in full is due 7 days before the first class session unless other arrangements have been made.
  • Cancellations less than 5 days before the course begins will result in a $50 fee. The remaining amount will be sent to you within 2 weeks from receipt of cancellation request.*
  • Cancellations must be in writing, email is preferred.
  • No cancellations are allowed once the course begins. No refunds.
  • If DeniseMpls Career Services cancels the course, a full refund will be granted.

    *5% will be deducted from your cancellation or refunds amount to cover fees from online payment platforms

COURSE REGISTRATION FORM

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR: Denise Felder (she/her; @DeniseMpls) is a Workforce Equity Advocate and award-winning Career Coach dedicated to helping Everyday People make positive choices that impact their lives and communities. She explores the intersection of career readiness and social justice. Denise’s consulting business DeniseMpls Career Services is based in Minneapolis, MN, operates in cyberspace, and lives in the hearts of many.